2024 Lincoln Nautilus vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus

2024 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $50,415 to $74,350
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53

2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City 21 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 68.8 - 71.3 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 429-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 250 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity 1,750 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 193.2 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 79.8 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 43.5 in
Rear 43.1 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.8 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lincoln Nautilus than in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. The Lincoln Nautilus will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Convenience
The Lincoln Nautilus requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Lincoln Nautilus is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Lincoln Nautilus is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. When looking at overall length, the Lincoln Nautilus takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Handling
The Lincoln Nautilus has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Nautilus for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lincoln Nautilus has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Powertrain
The Lincoln Nautilus has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Lincoln Nautilus has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lincoln Nautilus has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.